No, it's not a normal business practice and does not pass the smell test.From driving? 

Also be aware of Unrelated Business Income Tax (or UBIT) on leveraged real estate inside of an IRA.Or better yet, since you are self-employed - go with a truly self-directed Solo 401k plan, which would be a much better option and will help you avoid the UBIT on this investment.

Is it worth to invest and learn from their program in order to start my co-hosing STR side business just to get some extra money monthly?

I'll use these next 20+ years to not only evaluate Real Estate, but other income sources (businesses) to see if I can find something.

yes, its a people business.

Beg family and friends to fund it for you.They "might" do it if they see you've learned a lot and your business plan sounds very solid.How do I know this "might" work?

To become a true business owner or investor, you need to leverage your time through others.

Dig and remove around 200 square feet of an old concrete driveway, frame and lay down the concrete (concrete will be ordered from concrete supply business) and complete a brick ribbon around the driveway.

My motto, "Honesty, Integrity, and Accountability," has always been my guiding principle—not just in business, but in my personal life as well.

i'm considering trying to invest in CT at some point (I used to live there, I own a property there and have part of a business network, and I have family there) and just out of curiosity, I actually looked at new housing starts in CT vs.